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Ahu Ature HukeYour location: Welcome! (Main page) / Ahu Ature Huke
Also called Ahu Ature Huki and Ahu Ature Huku. It is close to Ahu Nau Nau, it is located at Anakena Beach in the north. This site was also restored, as many others, which have been demolished during the fighting between the rival tribes Long Ears and Short Ears. The legendary Thor Heyerdahl has taken part in the re-erection of this moai. The hard work lasted for 9 days, but he managed to prove that with the usage of wood, these massive stones could be moved and put into place by the islanders many centuries ago. This ahu comprises of a single statue placed on top of a platform. It overlooks the beautiful Anakena Beach. It should be among the sites you visit when on Easter Island. Many tourists come here to Anakena. You can go for a swim and also visit the 2 moai sites: Ahu Nau Nau and Ahu Ature Huke (or Huki). There is a parking space for cars and a picnic area. Location on the map
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